Sen. Thune Issues Statement on Esper Confirmation as Defense Secretary
July 23, 2019
July 23, 2019
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Sen. John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following statement regarding the Senate's confirmation of Mark Esper to serve as Defense Secretary:
"Nations around the world, including China and Russia, continue to make strategic and technological advancements to their military readiness.
"It's essential that our nation doesn't fall behind when it comes to investing in our national security.
"With service in both the U.S. . . .
"Nations around the world, including China and Russia, continue to make strategic and technological advancements to their military readiness.
"It's essential that our nation doesn't fall behind when it comes to investing in our national security.
"With service in both the U.S. . . .